Cat 1

Luz Ardiden from Viscos

Midi-Pyrenees, france

Luz Ardiden from Viscos covers 14.3km and 1,089m of climbing, reaching 1,711m at the summit. Averaging 7.6%, the road kicks to 14.2% at its steepest — a serious ramp that demands respect. 11 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,711m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Midi-Pyrenees, France.

  • More vertical gain than 99% of climbs in France.
  • Harder than 99% of climbs in France.
  • The crux hits between km 0 and km 1 — 3km above 10% averaging 11.5%.
  • 11 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
  • One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.

Luz Ardiden from Viscos

Midi-Pyrenees, france

14.3km 1089m 7.6%
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Distance

14.3km

Avg Gradient

7.6%

Max Gradient

14.2%

Elevation Gain

1089m

Summit

1,711m

Wall Rating

6

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Conditions

Best time to ride: Summer & Autumn

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Temperature

2.1° Cold
5.6° Cool
5.5° Cool
7.1° Cool
11.2° Cool
16.3° Mild
19.2° Mild
19.1° Mild
15.7° Mild
12.5° Mild
6.1° Cool
4.6° Cold

Rainfall

190mm Wet
74mm Light
123mm Moderate
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147mm Wet
72mm Light
94mm Moderate
121mm Moderate
133mm Wet
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Wind

8km/h Calm
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10km/h Light
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What things cost

Typical prices in France

€3.20

Coffee

€6.00

Beer

€15.00

Meal

€1.80

Water

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